Alexander Stays On as Scottish Secretary | Belfast News

Douglas Alexander is staying on as Scotland’s Secretary in a major Cabinet reshuffle under new PM Andy Burnham — a surprise move given recent Scottish Labour setbacks. Reappointed after a comeback from 2015, Alexander, now in his second year in the role, vows to be Scotland’s voice in Westminster. His continued tenure comes despite criticism from SNP figures like David Linden, who accuse him of being too entrenched in the Westminster establishment. With John Healey taking over as Chancellor, Alexander’s reappointment signals a complex political balancing act as the new government settles in. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/877eb66052413ce1